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Donald S. Rimgale, Sr., a beloved husband, father, and community member, passed away peacefully at home in Elmhurst, IL on Monday, November 13, 2017, at the age of 77. Born on August 3, 1940, in Chicago, IL, he was the son of Adam Donald and Stella Pearl (Lis) Rimgale.
Don spent over three decades serving his city as a firefighter with the Chicago Fire Department, retiring in November 1996 after 31 years of dedicated service. He was an active member of CFD Union Local 2, holding various leadership roles including Business Agent. His assignments included working with units such as Snorkel Squad 2, Flying Squad 3, Squad 4, Squad 5, Engine 88, and the Office of Fire Investigation (OFI). Throughout his career, he received numerous commendations for his hard work and commitment to public safety.
Later, Don became a volunteer firefighter with the Sandwich Fire Department, where he served as chief and contributed greatly to the community that had been his home for many years. He retired from the Sandwich Fire Department in July 2016 following a battle with cancer.
Interestingly, Don's real-life experience as an arson investigator with the OFI inspired the character of Inspector Don Rimgale in the 1991 film "Backdraft," portrayed by Robert DeNiro. He made appearances in the movie, playing small but memorable roles, and was credited in the closing credits. This led him to pursue acting professionally, joining the Screen Actors Guild, securing an agent, and auditioning for more roles in film and television.
His acting career included appearances in movies like "Baby’s Day Out," "Gladiator," "Chain Reaction," "The Fugitive," "Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer, Part Two: Mask of Sanity," and "Under the Bus." On television, he appeared in shows such as "Untouchables," "Missing Persons," "Angel Street," "Early Edition," "Legacy of Lies," and "Polish Hill." He also made guest appearances on popular programs like The Oprah Winfrey Show, Good Morning America, and Entertainment Tonight.
He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Sharon (nee Klug) Rimgale; his sister Barbara of Orlando, FL; brothers Ron (Bernie) of Nashville, TN, and Adam, Jr. of Tucson, AZ; children Becky Mannarelli, Donald “Donn†Rimgale, Jr., Roxanne (Tim) Gardner, Rachel Rimgale, Staff Sergeant Robert Rimgale (retired), and Staff Sergeant Timothy (Brittany) Rimgale, who is currently serving in the U.S. military; grandchildren Mike Mannarelli, Ryan Rotter, Griffin and Simon Gardner, and granddaughter Abigale Rimgale; along with many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his beloved son, Daniel (age 6), grandson Jonathan (age 6), and his parents.
A memorial service to honor his life will be held at the Sandwich Fire Department, located at 310 E. Railroad St., Sandwich, IL, on Saturday, November 25, at 4:00 p.m. Visitation will begin at 1:00 p.m. Cards of condolences can be sent to the family through Beverage Family Funeral Home, located at 104 Terry Street, Sandwich, IL. For more information, visit www.beveragefamilyfh.com.
Thanks, Dan
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